Cyber - Threat Intelligence Specialist

Job description

​We are seeking an experienced Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI) Specialist to join our client’s team. This role plays a critical part in shaping and executing the cybersecurity strategy by proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating cyber threats. The successful candidate will utilize advanced tools and techniques to improve threat detection, facilitate rapid incident response, and contribute to enhancing the overall security posture of the organization.

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Core Responsibilities:

• Threat Landscape Analysis:

• Conduct comprehensive research to detect and understand emerging cyber threats. Recognize patterns and analyze trends that could affect the organization’s security infrastructure.

• Threat Intelligence Framework Development:

• Design, enhance, and implement threat intelligence processes, ensuring they align with the organization's evolving security needs and risk profile.

• Collection & Synthesis of Intelligence:

• Gather and assess threat data from various sources, including internal and external feeds, to uncover potential risks and assess their relevance to the organization’s environment.

• Threat Detection & Prevention Support:

• Provide actionable intelligence to proactively monitor and detect cyber threats. Collaborate with monitoring teams to implement strategies that prevent attacks before they materialize.

• Incident Response & Forensics:

• Assist in investigating and resolving security incidents by providing timely intelligence. Use threat insights to guide decision-making and remediation efforts during incidents.

• Proactive Threat Hunting:

• Lead the organization’s threat-hunting initiatives to discover hidden threats that have evaded detection. Take swift action to contain, neutralize, and support recovery from threats.

• Continuous Learning & Skill Enhancement:

• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, tools, and methodologies. Adapt to new threats and improve intelligence processes and frameworks regularly.

• Reporting & Stakeholder Communication:

• Develop clear, insightful reports based on your research and findings. Present actionable intelligence to relevant stakeholders, ensuring they are well-informed of any potential threats.

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What You Bring:

• Education & Experience:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field.

• At least 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a minimum of 2 years focused on threat intelligence and threat hunting. The remainder of your experience should be in related areas like incident response, security operations, or security engineering.

• Technical Expertise:

• Strong familiarity with a wide range of operating systems (Windows, UNIX, Linux).

• Expertise in networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP, SMTP) and their role in identifying and mitigating threats.

• In-depth understanding of threat intelligence methodologies and processes, including threat actor tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).

• Threat Intelligence Frameworks & Tools:

• Experience with popular frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK, Cyber Kill Chain, and STRIDE.

• Hands-on experience using commercial and open-source tools for intelligence analysis, including SIEM platforms, threat feeds, and analysis tools.

• Programming proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or other scripting languages for automation and analysis.

• Cloud & Modern Infrastructure Security:

• Experience with cloud environments and security practices is a significant plus.

• Communication & Collaboration:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Capable of presenting complex technical findings in an accessible manner to both technical teams and senior leadership.

• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve cybersecurity goals.

• Certifications (Nice to Have):

• Industry certifications such as OSCP, GCTI, GCIA, or GCIH would be advantageous.

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Please contact Sheralynn Tjioe at SheralynnT@charterhouse.com.sg for a confidential discussion.

EA License no:16S8066 |Reg no.:R1878306

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Only successful candidates will be notified.